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The financial services industry continues to dominate national headlines as the nation has become embroiled in the performance of major financial institutions as a result of current economic conditions. Half year financial results are coming out thick and fast. Barclays and HSBC have recently posted healthy first half profits for 2009 whilst Lloyds and Northern Rock have reported hefty losses. But what does this actually mean for potential homebuyers, developers and landlords?

In essence the financial services landscape has become even more complex, especially within the mortgage sector, which has given further rise to the importance of a good, professional independent mortgage adviser.

The mortgage market remains a minefield for all types of borrowers ranging from first-time buyers, those looking to self build, developers or even those simply thinking of engaging in renovation work.

Affordability remains a key issue for prospective borrowers and with higher value loan-to-value deals few and far between, stricter lending criteria prominent and hidden fee’s evident, the role of the independent mortgage adviser has taken on even more importance than ever.

There is no doubt that the credit crunch has resulted in the mortgage market changing beyond all recognition over the past two years but one constant that has remained throughout is the importance of instructing a good independent mortgage adviser. Whilst the role of the independent mortgage adviser and that of an IFA to an extent have had to evolve as a result of the economic climate it is still fair to say that they continue to dominate the landscape of the financial services distribution market.

Financial products have become increasingly complex due to restricted lending criteria and are constantly being withdrawn on an almost daily basis. Restricted access to funding is also conspiring to make lenders service offerings a real issue. These components mean that expert, impartial advice has become an even stronger commodity for all potential borrowers or anyone seeking alternative financial arrangements.

Fortunately a good, professional independent mortgage adviser or IFA will be fully aware of all these market nuances and have access to information and product details from a wide range of providers across the whole of the mortgage market. Being independent or impartial means that the advice given isn’t restricted to a limited number of lenders or a limited range of products which would be the case by going to an individual lending institution.

Of course finding such an important cog in a person’s financial well-being is half the battle but fortunately cherryFind’s free service is specifically designed to help find a professional, ethical, impartial and local independent mortgage adviser who can help to achieve these aims. All listed advisers have made the cherry Promise and have committed to giving truly impartial advice which is a must in amidst the turmoil of the current financial service markets.